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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa Government has requested $15 million from the Office of the American Samoa Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in financial assistance due to financial uncertainties resulting from internal and external fiscal challenges.
The request does not identify from where...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 18, 2025, a concerned neighbor called the Faga’itua Police Substation (FPS) concerning a young man who was allegedly causing a disturbance in their village.
The suspect was later apprehended and charged with:
Count 1: Underage Consumption of Alcohol Beverages, a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 19, 2025, a concerned citizen observed a vehicle that crashed into the ocean and immediately called the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) to report the incident.
The driver was later found, apprehended and charged with:
Count 1: Driving Under the Influence of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The US military's updated proposal to expand troop training in the Northern Mariana Islands is again drawing close scrutiny from environmentalists, cultural advocates, and local residents concerned about its long-term impact on Tinian's ecosystem.
But the Marine Corps...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Tautai-O-Samoa Longline & Fishing Association president, Krista Haleck, has penned her disappointment with StarKist Samoa following a recent meeting with the company’s procurement team.
The June 3, 2025, letter was addressed to Joseph Choi, StarKist Director of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Correction Officers have recently been charged with the alleged assault of a juvenile detainee in their custody, raising serious concerns about safety and oversight within the facility.
The individuals facing charges, Nick Sekai, Maureen Saupo, Fiafia Fiafia, and Chris...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Basic Food Index for American Samoa has experienced an unexpected, slight decrease of 0.3% for the month of May after prices took a big leap forward in April. This decline is primarily attributed to falling prices for ten specific food items — many of which are...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 20, 2025, an individual in distress called the Leone Police Substation (LPS) and reported an alleged domestic dispute.
The suspect was later arrested and charged with: Count 1: Assault in the Third Degree (DV), a class A misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 18, 2025, a concerned wife called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) asking for assistance regarding her husband.
The suspect was arrested and charged with Count 1: Public Peace Disturbance, a class B misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to six months,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa’s 2025 Women/Maternal Health Annual Report outlines several concerns regarding the rise of Chlamydia and Gonorrhea in the territory.
The undated report released by the US Department of Health and Human Services notes that by 2025, American Samoa will...